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Video Resolution Explained for Beginners

If you’re a photographer learning video, understanding video resolution is key to creating professional-looking footage. In this post, we break down video resolution compared to photo resolution and h... ...more

Films ,Tips and Tricks

April 28, 2025•4 min read

24fps vs 30fps vs 60fps in Video

If you’re a photographer learning video, understanding frame rates is key to creating professional-looking footage. In this post, we break down 24fps, 30fps, and 60fps, explaining how each affects mot... ...more

Films ,Tips and Tricks

April 23, 2025•5 min read

4 Reasons to Become a Family Filmmaker

Are you a family photographer looking to break into filmmaking? Are you feeling less than challenged lately and need a creative boost? Do you love storytelling with your photos? Look no further than f... ...more

Films ,Tips and Tricks

March 04, 2025•3 min read

4 Steps to Backup Phone Photos

Try this method next time you’re sick of looking at your disorganized phone photos app. Here are four steps to backup your phone photos so they stay safe forever! ...more

Photos ,Tips and Tricks

February 25, 2025•4 min read

5 Camera Settings for Beginner Videographers

For photographers who want to learn videography. In this post, we’re covering 5 essential camera settings every beginner videographer should know. We'll cover manual mode, video mode, live view mode, ... ...more

Films ,Tips and Tricks

February 18, 2025•3 min read

Seven Steps to Prepare for Photos

Seven steps to prepare for photo sessions that moms can do. Includes a free downloadable checklist for easy completion of steps. ...more

Photos ,Tips and Tricks

February 10, 2025•3 min read

Photography Tips for Beginners | Holiday Edition

Photography tips for beginners, holiday edition tells of how to be present for the holidays while still documenting the most important moments. ...more

Tips and Tricks

December 23, 2024•2 min read

Northwest Minnesota Family Film | Vossen Family

The Vossen family does a Northwest Minnesota family film. They cook dinner, play outdoors and pick vegetables from the garden. ...more

Films ,Photos

June 11, 2024•1 min read

Flagstaff Family Film | Stoff Family

Flagstaff family film of the Stoff family enjoying a morning breakfast, piano lessons and a walk in the woods. Arizona family film. ...more

Films ,Photos

April 22, 2024•1 min read

Seven Ways to Help Kids Cooperate During Photos

Emerald Rue gives parents seven ways to help kids cooperate during photos, including managing parent expectations. ...more

Films ,Photos &Tips and Tricks

April 15, 2024•3 min read

5 Reasons Mini-Sessions are Not the Best Option

Mini-sessions are all the rage with photographers and their clients, however here are 5 reasons mini-sessions are not the best option. ...more

Photos ,Tips and Tricks

April 08, 2024•4 min read

Flagstaff Branding Sessions at High Country Motor Lodge

Flagstaff branding sessions at High Country Motor Lodge. Photos and introductions to the business's who partook. ...more

Photos ,Vendor Recommendations

March 31, 2024•2 min read

Image Gallery Tips

Image gallery navigation tips for clients of Emerald Rue. How to access, add to cart, download and order artwork. ...more

Films ,Photos &Tips and Tricks

February 05, 2024•2 min read

Brand Film Best Practices

Emerald Rue provides small businesses best practices for using their storytelling brand film, such as where to host and social media tips. ...more

Films ,Tips and Tricks

February 02, 2024•2 min read

Meaningful Photographic Artwork

Emerald Rue offers a variety of meaningful photographic artwork options for clients who have a photo or video session. ...more

Photos ,Tips and Tricks

February 25, 2023•2 min read

6 Preparations for Family Photos 6 Months Out

Jen of Emerald Rue offers six preparations for family photos that moms can do six months before booking a session. ...more

Tips and Tricks

February 20, 2023•3 min read

Sunset Sessions Highlights 2022

Emerald Rue shares Sunset Sessions highlights from 2022. The post features an images from each of the 20 sessions. ...more

Photos

January 04, 2023•2 min read

Summer Family Video | Lake Eunice, MN

Extended family celebrates the 4th of July at Lake Eunice, MN with a summer family video. Includes yearly tradition of Old Navy t-shirts. ...more

Films ,Photos

July 08, 2022•2 min read

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